Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Cthulhu Saves the World (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Cthulhu Saves the World on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: Breath of Death VII, which made by the same studio, Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC.
- Cthulhu Saves the World is tagged JRPG, Lovecraftian, Comedy, RPG, Indie, Retro, Turn-Based, Fantasy by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 3 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 1 are from the same studio: Breath of Death VII.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Breath of Death VII
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC; both horror and fantasy; shares 13 player tags including JRPG, RPG and Funny; released around the same time (2011).
Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!
Breath of Death VII at a glance Released 2011 Studio Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC Player sentiment 84% positive of 1,465 Price $2.99 JRPGRPGFunnyIndieRetroComedyPixel GraphicsTurn-Based
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Undertale
Why it matched: both horror; shares 10 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics and Funny; released around the same time (2015).
UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.
Undertale at a glance Released 2015 Studio 8-4 Player sentiment 96% positive of 338,731 Price $9.99 Great SoundtrackPixel GraphicsFunnyRPGIndie2DComedyMemes
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Omori
Why it matched: both horror and fantasy; shares 9 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Indie and Great Soundtrack.
Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.
Omori at a glance Released 2020 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 97% positive of 88,417 Price $19.99 Pixel GraphicsIndieGreat SoundtrackRPGHorror2DTurn-BasedJRPG
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Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 10 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Retro and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2014).
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove at a glance Released 2014 Studio Yacht Club Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 16,898 Price $39.99 Pixel GraphicsRetroGreat SoundtrackIndie2DFantasyOld SchoolFunny
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DELTARUNE
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 9 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics and Funny.
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-5 are available now, with more planned as free updates!
DELTARUNE at a glance Released 2025 Studio tobyfox Player sentiment 98% positive of 133,535 Price $24.99 Great SoundtrackPixel GraphicsFunnyRPG2DComedyFantasyRetro
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Jump King
Why it matched: both horror and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Indie, Pixel Graphics and 2D.
Take up the challenge and face true high-stakes platforming in Jump King! Struggle upwards in search of the Smoking Hot Babe of legend, but explore with care; a single missed jump could lead to a long fall back down...
Jump King at a glance Released 2019 Studio Nexile Player sentiment 90% positive of 13,391 Price $12.99 IndiePixel Graphics2DRetroFunnyDark HumorFantasyHorror
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South Park: The Stick of Truth
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Comedy and Funny; released around the same time (2014).
From the perilous battlefields of the fourth-grade playground, a young hero will rise, destined to be South Park’s savior. From the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, comes an epic quest to become… cool. Introducing South Park™: The Stick of Truth™.For a thousand years, the battle has been waged.
South Park: The Stick of Truth at a glance Released 2014 Studio Obsidian Entertainment Player sentiment 98% positive of 73,376 Price $29.99 RPGComedyFunnyTurn-BasedDark Humor2DFantasyJRPG
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Darkest Dungeon
Why it matched: both horror and fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Lovecraftian and Turn-Based.
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?
Darkest Dungeon at a glance Released 2016 Studio Red Hook Studios Player sentiment 92% positive of 161,942 Price $3.74 RPGLovecraftianTurn-BasedIndie2DHorrorFantasy
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Soda Dungeon
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Pixel Graphics and 2D.
Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.
Soda Dungeon at a glance Released 2017 Studio AN Productions Player sentiment 94% positive of 6,332 Price Free RPGPixel Graphics2DTurn-BasedFantasyIndieComedyGreat Soundtrack
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Final Fantasy III
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D.
The original FINAL FANTASY III comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy III at a glance Released 1990 Studio Square Player sentiment 93% positive of 2,841 Price $17.99 RPGJRPG2DFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroTurn-BasedGreat Soundtrack
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Final Fantasy IV
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D.
The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy IV at a glance Released 1991 Studio Square Player sentiment 92% positive of 3,028 Price $17.99 RPGJRPG2DFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroTurn-BasedGreat Soundtrack
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Final Fantasy V
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D.
The original FINAL FANTASY V comes to life with completely new graphics and audio as a 2D pixel remaster! A remodeled take on the fifth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy V at a glance Released 1992 Studio Square Player sentiment 90% positive of 2,493 Price $17.99 RPGJRPG2DPixel GraphicsRetroFantasyTurn-BasedGreat Soundtrack
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Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Pixel Graphics, JRPG and RPG.
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition at a glance Released 2023 Studio Sabotage Studio Player sentiment 89% positive of 15,343 Price $34.99 Pixel GraphicsJRPGRPG2DFantasyIndieRetroFunny
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Chrono Trigger
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including JRPG, RPG and Great Soundtrack.
The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…
Chrono Trigger at a glance Released 1995 Studio Square Player sentiment 88% positive of 13,489 Price $14.99 JRPGRPGGreat SoundtrackRetroTurn-BasedPixel GraphicsFantasy2D
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Eternal Senia
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Great Soundtrack and Indie; released around the same time (2015).
Thoughts and expectations ARPG
Eternal Senia at a glance Released 2015 Studio Sanctum Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 12,057 Price Free RPGGreat SoundtrackIndieJRPG2DPixel GraphicsFantasy
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Grimm
Why it matched: both horror and fantasy; shares 6 player tags including Indie, Funny and Fantasy; released around the same time (2014).
The true meaning of the word fear... Once upon a time, fairy tales were valuable cautionary yarns filled with dire warnings and sage advice. However, over time, the stories have become so watered down with cute woodland creatures and happy endings that they have lost their true meaning and purpose. No more!
Grimm at a glance Released 2014 Studio Spicyhorse Games Player sentiment 92% positive of 11,292 Price Not listed IndieFunnyFantasyComedyHorrorDark Humor
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Iratus: Lord of the Dead
Why it matched: both horror and fantasy; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Indie and Turn-Based.
Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!
Iratus: Lord of the Dead at a glance Released 2020 Studio Unfrozen Player sentiment 86% positive of 8,251 Price $2.99 RPGIndieTurn-BasedLovecraftianFantasy2D
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Crypt of the NecroDancer
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics and Indie; released around the same time (2014).
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
Crypt of the NecroDancer at a glance Released 2014 Studio Brace Yourself Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 26,481 Price $14.99 Great SoundtrackPixel GraphicsIndieRPG2DFantasyRetro
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100% Orange Juice
Why it matched: both horror; shares 7 player tags including Turn-Based, Indie and Funny; released around the same time (2014).
100% Orange Juice is a digital multiplayer board game populated by developer Orange Juice's all-star cast. Characters from Flying Red Barrel, QP Shooting, Suguri and Sora come together with all-new characters to duke it out... with dice.
100% Orange Juice at a glance Released 2014 Studio Orange_Juice Player sentiment 91% positive of 30,159 Price $6.99 Turn-BasedIndieFunnyGreat Soundtrack2DMemesComedy
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Soda Dungeon 2
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Pixel Graphics and Indie.
Everyone’s favorite laid-back dungeon crawler returns in Soda Dungeon 2. Featuring a new adventure, a whole town to upgrade, crafting, new classes, alternate dimensions, and more! It’s everything you loved about the original plus all the stuff you’ve been asking for.
Soda Dungeon 2 at a glance Released 2020 Studio AN Productions Player sentiment 94% positive of 5,665 Price Free RPGPixel GraphicsIndie2DTurn-BasedComedyFantasy
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Final Fantasy VI
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, 2D and JRPG.
The original FINAL FANTASY VI comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the sixth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy VI at a glance Released 1994 Studio Square Player sentiment 92% positive of 4,975 Price $17.99 RPG2DJRPGFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroGreat Soundtrack
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Grandia
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Great Soundtrack.
GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.
Grandia at a glance Released 1997 Studio Game Arts Player sentiment 90% positive of 1,780 Price $19.99 RPGJRPGGreat SoundtrackRetroFantasyTurn-Based2D
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Dragon Cliff
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Pixel Graphics and Indie.
Dragon Cliff is a Semi-Idle RPG game with deep and complex itemization/skill systems to support endless character builds. Players are to collect adventurers, kill monsters, advance talent trees, enchant/reforge equipment, discover scrolls and finally assemble the most powerful adventure team!
Dragon Cliff at a glance Released 2018 Studio Meta Interaction Player sentiment 89% positive of 8,184 Price $1.99 RPGPixel GraphicsIndie2DTurn-BasedFantasyJRPG
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Final Fantasy II
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D.
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy II at a glance Released 1988 Studio Square Player sentiment 82% positive of 3,501 Price $11.99 RPGJRPG2DFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroTurn-Based
Common questions
What game is most like Cthulhu Saves the World?
Breath of Death VII, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Cthulhu Saves the World" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Cthulhu Saves the World. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of Cthulhu Saves the World do?
Breath of Death VII is also from Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.